Fans Frustrated by Al Roker’s Latest Comments on Today as He Stands by His Divisive Food Habit: ‘He’s Just Too Stubborn!’
Al Roker’s Shrimp Controversy Sparks Debate on The Late Show
Shrimp tails on or off? That’s the question—at least according to the heated debate that unfolded when Al Roker appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on February 20 to discuss his new cookbook.
Flipping through Al Roker’s Recipes to Live By, Colbert suddenly paused on one dish. “Okay, shrimp tikka masala—looks delicious,” he said before zooming in on a surprising detail. “But wait… these shrimp still have their tails on! What the hell, Al Roker? Am I supposed to roll up my sleeves, put on a poncho, and de-tail them myself? Why would you do this? They’re like toenail clippings, Al!”
Colbert didn’t stop there. He doubled down, adding, “Would you leave a hoof on a burger? Why would you ruin such a beautiful cookbook like this?”
Roker Stands His Ground on Today
The conversation didn’t end there. The following morning, on February 21, Roker defended his decision on the Today show couch.
“You know, there’s a little more flavor in the tails,” he explained to his skeptical co-hosts. “Is it really such a big deal? Just take your fork, cut it off, and boom! You eat it.”
Despite his confidence, the debate continued to rage online.
Fans Weigh In on Instagram—And They Have Strong Opinions
The Today Food Instagram account quickly became a battleground, with commenters passionately taking sides.
Roker’s publisher, Hachette Book Group, backed him up, posting, “All that extra flavor is in the tail!”
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Not everyone agreed. One critic argued, “If shrimp is mixed into something, there’s no reason to leave the tail on. The only time it makes sense is for fried shrimp when you want to pick it up or dip it in sauce.”
Meanwhile, another commenter just enjoyed the absurdity of it all. “🙋🏻♀️ I need a shirt that says ‘What the hell, Al Roker?’ Pretty please! 💕”
Some fans supported Roker’s take—but with conditions. “No, I’m with Al Roker,” one person wrote. “Just use a fork and cut it off. Or, if you’re in Texas, use your hands and fingers—at home, of course!”
Where Do You Stand on the Shrimp Tail Debate?
Al Roker might be sticking to his guns, but fans are split on whether shrimp tails belong in a dish or in the trash.
💬 What do you think? Are shrimp tails an essential part of the dish, or an unnecessary hassle? Join the conversation in the comments!
